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New York Tribune

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1908

Page

11

Amusements listing of New York venues and shows

A crowded scene of tickets and times across numerous theaters and venues. Listings include The Rose of the Rancho at Academy of Music, The Warrens of Virginia at Blaney’s, The Heart of Maryland, The Parisian Model, and many more. Opera, vaudeville, and ice skating events are noted with start times and venues such as Carnegie Hall Empire attention to varied entertainment across Broadway and Madison Square Garden.

Academy OF Music Rancho Iirene Wycherley the Warrens Virginia Blaney Maryland Broadway Miss Hook Holland Empire Garrick New York Lipferty Poliy Lyceum LYRIC Rosmersheim Madison Square Madison Ware Garden Majestic Metropolitan Opera House New Amsterdam Terry Widow New Circle Lonesome Town Savoy T. Nicholas Rink Stuyvesant Wallace’s de Music Hall

New York Daily Tribune Publisher Details Listed

New York Daily Tribune is owned and published by The Tribune Association, New York corporation, with offices at Tribune Building 154 Nassau Street New York. Ogden Mills serves as president and Nathaniel Tuttle as secretary and treasurer.

The Tribune Association New York Corporation Tribune Building Nassau Street New York Ogden Mills Nathaniel Tuttle

Congress and foreign affairs dominate the morning news

The report covers House and Senate debate on the Penal Code bill, Harvester Trust probe tensions, and foreign items including the American battleship fleet leaving Rio, President Penna’s visit, and a Chilean railway bill. Domestic notes mention Governor Hughes, the 24 million urgency bill, bank closings, and city happenings. Weather: fair and colder with highs near 50 and lows around 28.

Congress House Kimball Kentucky Senate Harvester Trust Rio de Janeiro Punta Arenas Penna Minneapolis Prince von Biilow Prussia Yucatan Firmin St. Thomas Republic Gonatves

Campaign for Rat Extermination Gains Global Momentum

A public health push to eradicate rats gains traction after bubonic plague outbreaks on the Pacific coast and a recorded kill in Rio de Janeiro. Britain forms a National Society for the Extermination of Rats led by Sir James Crichton Browne as scientists join the effort to curb the rodent population seen as universally detestable and destructive.

Pacific Rio de Janeiro Great Britain James Crichton Browne

Exterminate Rats to End Global Pestilence

The article argues that eradicating rats would end pestilence, citing Zuschlag on rat origins of trichinosis and Britain hosting over forty million rats consuming up to $200000 daily in goods. It notes rats are highly prolific, with one pair producing eight hundred descendants yearly, and cites Rio de Janeiro slaughter figures as proof of possible large-scale elimination.

Zuschlag Great Britain Rio de Janeiro

Governor Hughes Letter Sparks Republican Candidacy Debate

The Governors announcement of his candidacy clarifies his policy stance and calls for national issue openness. It rebukes factionalism, urges party harmony, and supports free republican choice while delaying firm positions until he reveals national views. The letter aims to boost Hughes in Chicago and raises nationwide comparison with Taft.

Hughes Chicago Taft

The Lady and the Logicians Debating Co ed Issue

A Cornell University debate team faces Columbia objections to admitting a co ed member. The piece argues education aims to create well rounded citizens and questions whether debates should exclude women, contending co ed participation strengthens reasoning and public speaking against gendered biases.

Cornell University Columbia Logicians Ithacans Columbia Cornell Columbia Debating Union Morningside

Debating Skill and Gender in Early Debate Rivalry

The article argues Columbians must improve in debate as a feminine rival challenges masculine logicians. It mocks apologies as weak arguments and contends co education fearfully tested in Morningside Heights shows masculine logic alone is insufficient. A debater afraid of a woman is portrayed as an academic creature.

Morningside Heights

Tribute to Morris K. Jesup A life of civic service and philanthropy

A retrospective tribute honors Morris K. Jesup for half a century of public stewardship and charitable work. He helped found the YMCA, supported the American Museum of Natural History, chaired major New York organizations, backed Princeton and Williams, and advocated conservation and urban transit. His career spanned business integrity and lasting community impact, ending in a respected, unharmed vitality.

Morris K. Jesup Young Men's Christian Association American Museum of Natural History American Sunday School Union Chamber of Commerce State of New York Sailor's Snug Harbor Five Points House of Industry Peary Arctic Club Princeton University Williams College Adirondack New York

Tariff Reform Wins Ashburton By Election In Devon

In Ashburton Division, Devon, Captain Morrison Bell won 5,191 votes to 4,632 for Charles Buxton, a Liberal, giving Bell a 559 vote majority as tariff reform dominated the campaign. The result marked a shift with Conservatives gaining 1,401 votes while Liberals fell 447, amid a record national trade backdrop.

Ashburton Devonshire England Devon Gladstone H. T. Eve E. F. Morrison Bell Eve Morrison Bell Charles R. Buxton Buxton Chamberlain

Bryan Intervenes in Kentucky Senate Race for Beckham

The Nebraska leader visited Frankfort to urge Kentucky Democrats to elect J. C. W. Beckham to the U S Senate amid factional strife. He warned intervention could cost votes at the Denver convention and later elections, defending Goebel's machine and Beckham's administration despite Kentucky’s governance backlash.

Mr. Bryan Frankfort Kentucky J. C. W. Beckham United States Bryan Denver Nebraska William Goebel Goebel Beckham Watterson Union Hager

Kentucky Senate Fight Divides Democrats Amid Beckham Controversy

The piece discusses internal Republican and Democratic tensions around Beckham’s Senate bid in Kentucky. It cites accusations of a rushed 1906 primary, disloyalty to Goebelism, and opposition from Louisville’s The Courier-Journal. The dynamic includes Beckham, Haly, Brown, Robinson, and Bryan amid party defections and public fealty to Goebel-era interests.

Bryant Beckham James B. McCreary Jefferson County Louisville Louisville Courier-Journal Kentucky

Gaines Opposes Oratory and Denounces Political Postponements

The Honorable John Wesley Gaines argues the House should focus on legislation rather than debate. Fire Commissioner Lantry cites hose shortages and guarantee failures as the city hesitates to enforce wear warranties. The Brooklyn Eagle notes the anti Bryan stance and lauds the paper for leading with a decisive bolt in political commentary.

Lantry

Treasure hunt on Colorado River sparkly tale of sunken schooner

General Chaffee General Sherman and party return from Colorado River voyage tracing the sunken schooner Anna and its 100000 dollar whiskey cargo. Report notes earlier wreck in 1859 near Hardy River and a century of attempts to locate the treasure. Also features brief items on militia reform, rat poison, and social jokes.

General Chaffee General Sherman Colorado River Yuma Tiburon Islands Gulf of California Hardy River Head of Navigation Colorado Cocopah Mountains Anna Frank Norris

National Board of Trade delegates meet with President in East Room

The Tribune reports in Washington that the President hosted National Board of Trade delegates this afternoon in the East Room. New Mexico Governor Curry urges statehood admission during the current congressional session.

Tribune Bureau Washington National Board of Trade Curry New Mexico Solomon Luna Republican National Driscoll Hayes Marshall French Wilson Charles P. Neill Daniel Moore Ralph Pulitzer New York Gifford Pinchot George Gray Delaware Corporations Herbert Knox Smith Immigration Frank P. Sargent

Diplomatic Corps Notes Ambassadors and Attaches

Washington dispatch reports the Austria-Hungary ambassador and Baroness Hengermilller traveling to New York for Miss Gladys Vanderbilt and Count Szechenyi's wedding. Russian naval attaché Counselor Kroupensky and Commander Neboisine head to New York for several days. French naval attaché Lieutenant Commander de Blanpré returns to Washington from New York.

Tribune Bureau Washington Austria-Hungary Hengermilller New York Gladys Vanderbilt Count Szechenyi Kroupensky Neboisine de Blanpré

Washington Society Teas and Naval Weddings Highlight Gilded Era

In Washington society, Mrs. Rixey hosted a large tea for Miss Carew with hundreds attending, while Mrs. Henry Granville Sharpe hosted for Miss Eleanor Pettit. The Vice President’s wife hosted an at home visit, and several dinners honored notable guests. A royal wedding at St Stephen's Episcopal Church united Miss Mary Lilian Hempstone and Lieutenant Frederick Lansing Oliver USN with naval attendants. The Grays and Olivers hosted gatherings, and Miss Marion Oliver organized a tea in honor of guests Dorothea Draper and Miss Morgan of New York.

Tribune Bureau Washington Rixey the Navy Newberry Mary Lilian Hempstone Snowden Lee Hempstone Frederick Lansing Oliver Edith Cowles W. C. Cowles Navy Percy Foote Joseph R. Defrees Clark Woodward W. F. Neill F. M. Eslick Duncan McKim Dorothea Draper Miss Morgan New York Marion Oliver

Karl Muck to Leave Boston Symphony Orchestra

Boston January 22 news that Dr Karl Muck conductor of the Boston Symphony will depart after the current season due to duties in Berlin. C A Ellis, manager, states the orchestra cannot secure further leave and will sever ties with him at season end with no successor named.

Boston Karl Muck Boston Symphony Orchestra Berlin C. A. Ellis Symphony Boson Symphony Orchestra

Charles Emory Smith Buried in Philadelphia

Charles Emory Smith former Postmaster General diplomat and editor of The Philadelphia Press was buried today in West Laurel Hill Cemetery after a private noon service at his home. Rev John Sparhawk Jones presided. Honorary pallbearers included George L von Meyer Knox John W Griggs William Potter Samuel R Thayer John Wanamaker and others.

Philadelphia Charles Emory Smith John Sparhawk Jones Calvary Presbyterian Church West Laurel Hill George L. von Meyer Roosevelt Senator Knox John W. Griggs United States John Wanamaker William Potter Italy Samuel R. Thayer Charles A. Peabody New York F. W. Ayer J. Wesley Miller Masonic Lodge Mr. Smith Benjamin G. Wells Samuel C. Wells Press

French envoy presents Louvre engravings to NY YMCA

L Bonzom of the French Consulate in New York delivered eight more engravings from the Louvre to the YMCA on West 5th Street. The gift honors the association's effective work as its membership has doubled since moving to its current quarters three years ago. The gesture echoes France’s long recognition of YMCA efforts over nineteen years.

L. Bonzom New York Louvre Paris Young Men’s Christian Association No. 109 West 5Fth Street Young Men's Christian Association France

Biltmore Verdict Set Aside in Land Case

Asheville January 22 verdict against George W. Vanderbilt in suit against J Frank McCall for squatting on estate land cited as set aside by Federal Judge Boyd with a new trial ordered.

The Tribune Asheville N. C George W. Vanderbilt J. Frank McCall Vanderbilt Boyd

German Charity Ball At Waldorf Tonight The Bachelor Circle Hosts

The eighteenth annual German Charity Ball under the German Liederkranz Jung Arion and Beethoven Bachelors will be at the Waldorf Astoria tonight starting at 10 30. Proceeds from earlier balls totaling 16000 have supported German charitable institutions in New York. Christian G Hipfel and Mrs E C Schaefer will lead the grand march.

Jung Arion Beethoven Waldorf-Astoria New York Christian G. Hipfel E. C. Schaefer

Rockefeller Family Arrives in Augusta for Winter

John D. Rockefeller and his family reached Augusta Georgia for the winter season. He plans to devote much of his time to golf while staying in the city through the season.

Rockefeller Georgia Augusta John D. Rockefeller

A Naval Wedding in Annapolis

Miss Ettel Cowie daughter of Pay Inspector Thomas J. Cowie U S N married Passed Assistant Surgeon Robert E Ledbetter U S N in Annapolis The maid of honor was Miss Grace L Howard daughter of Captain T B Howard U S N and the best man Lieutenant Commander John F Doddridge The ceremony was performed by Chaplain G K Bayard U S N

Annapolis Ettel Cowie Thomas J. Cowie Robert E. Ledbetter Grace L. Howard T. B. Howard John F. Doddridge G. K. Bayard

The Eagle Defends Democracy Against Bryanism

The Brooklyn Eagle declares it will oppose Bryanism at the Denver convention, arguing that true Democracy opposes Bryan or Bryanism in any form. It asserts that those who stand by Democracy as represented by the old guard are more Democratic than Bryanism and will resist it to the end with conscience and national support.

The Eagle Denver Bryan Brooklyn Eagle Mee

Social notes from Newport January update

Alfred G. Vanderbilt returned to Oakland Farm from New York this morning. Mrs. Hugh K. Norman is visiting Mapent Ma William P. Hunter. Mr. and Mrs. H Casimir De Rham are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Lorillard Spencer. T Shaw Safe, who has been visiting in New York, has returned to Newport.

Newport the Tribune R. L Alfred G. Vanderbilt Oakland Farm New York Hugh K. Norman Mapent William P. Hunter H Casimir de Rham

Taft at N J Yale Alumni Dinner in Essex County

The twenty fifth Yale Alumni Association dinner in Essex County will be at East Orange Woman's Club Building New Jersey tomorrow night. Assemblyman Austen Colgate will toastmaster with speakers including Taft Fort Phelps and Heald. University Glee Club quartet to sing with new football songs and Fence tunes.

Yale Alumni Association Essex County Woman's Club East Orange N. J Austen Colgate Taft Governor Fort William L. Phelps John Heald University Glee Club William A. Barstow Laurence Tweedy Albert H. Atha Ellis Adams

Republican slate urged for Taft Hughes Roosevelt in 1908

A letter from East Orange New Jersey dated January 21 1908 presents a political slate. It advocates elect Secretary Taft for president in November elect Governor Hughes for governor and later Roosevelt and Hughes as United States Senators with Hughes also as Tafts successor. The writer signs off pledging a slate honorable to the country.

the Tribune Taft Hughes Roosevelt United States New York East Orange N. J

In Defence of Mrs. Stokes

A defender lauds Mrs Stokes and her patriotism defending the red flag as a symbol of universal brotherhood and Christian unity. The writer cites scripture and argues against race prejudice, praising wage slave protest and Christ’s universal fatherhood. Cohoes N Y January 20 1908.

the Tribune Christ God Stokes Mra Stokes

Cat returns from Liverpool to New York home

A reader recounts sending an unwanted cat to Liverpool with a passenger on an ocean liner. After about three weeks the cat was found calmly awaiting at the writer’s kitchen fire, seemingly content to stay. The letter notes a prior Jersey City to Coxsackie cat tale and is dated January 21, 190%.

the Tribune Jersey City Coxsackie Liverpool New York

Addresses by French Ambassador Promised in New York and Michigan

Ambassador Jusserand of France will give three addresses soon two in New York and one in Grand Rapids Michigan. He will respond to the toast France as the Mother of Automobiles at the Automobile Club in New York on January 3. Three days later he will speak at the medal presentation to Mayor McClellan for urban beautification. On February 12 he will address on Abraham Lincoln in Grand Rapids.

Washington Jusserand France New York City Grand Rapids Mich Automobile Club George B McClellan Abraham Lincoln

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